Chlöe's 'Trouble in Paradise' Arrives: My Top 5 Standout Tracks

Chlöe has unveiled her highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Trouble in Paradise', released through Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records.

In an interview with Nylon, Chlöe revealed that the album, largely recorded in Saint Lucia, is a 'coming-of-age celebration of womanhood and carefree living, embracing a lighthearted approach to life.'

The 16-track album is preceded by the singles 'FYS' and 'Boy Bye', and boasts an impressive lineup of collaborations, featuring her sister Halle Bailey, as well as notable artists Ty Dolla $ign, Anderson .Paak, Jeremih, and YG Marley.

Via HelloBeautiful:

Trouble in Paradise was recorded and mastered in St. Lucia. “I can walk around with no makeup, I can walk around loving my body, I can go to the ocean, truly just pray to God and thank Him for the blessings that I have. And it reminds me that life isn’t all about what my career is. It’s not about outer validation, but the inner peace,” she told the publication. “I just really wanted people to feel the peace and the love that this place has brought me, where it was able to open up my creative mind and my creative spirit to literally write my troubles away in paradise. And the album feels like what a summer fling feels like, the back and forth of it, the highs, the lows, the love.”

After a week of listening...

Chlöe is bringing the pop heat this time around, but I think she's still clinging to her slow-burn, minimalist roots, which I believe are quietly holding her back from total domination. Her voice is undeniable - but, girl, two albums in and we're still searching for a signature sound? Chlöe's got the magic, and maybe this album is just a stepping stone to finding it. Whatever it is, I hope she unlocks it ASAP! I was expecting more from this album.

Lets get into my top 5 picks from 'Trouble in Paradise'. Let me know your favorite tracks in the comments.

TOP5

1. Favorite

   1. This track screams Beyoncé, especially when Chlöe taps into her sultry lower register. The synergy between Chlöe and Anderson .Paak is undeniable, and the music is quintessentially .Paak - a masterful fusion of their artistic voices.

   
   

2. Want Me

   1. 'Want Me' is straight fire, the real MVP! This sultry, soulful ballad featuring sis Halle is a harmonious masterpiece, with their voices blendin' like a perfectly mixed cocktail. It's got just the right amount of drama and soul to remind us why these siblings are the ultimate duo.

   
   

3. Same Lingerie

   1. This song's got the same sauce as "FYS" and "Nice Girls Finish Last", but "Same Lingerie" is my pick. The storytelling's more impactful, and feels a lot more authentic, and therefore resonates. Like the intoxicating aroma of his skin, left behind on your sheets, a sensual reminder of his touch, a fragrance that teases and tantalizes, long after he's left your bed. OK, lemme stop.

   
   

4. Redemption

   1. This song is the epitome of Amapiano and Afro-Pop perfection! It's a radio-friendly smash that's tailor-made for the times. This deserves to be a single, pronto! And a Tyla remix? That would be the icing on the cake - it'd be a game-changer!

   
   

5. Boy Bye

   1. Hands down, this track is one of my top picks from Chlöe's solo collection! The vibe feels so much more authentic to her artistic vision - it's like a breath of fresh air, serving up ethereal, free-spirited R&B goodness. And let's be real, a good breakup anthem is always a winner. This one's a clear standout for me.

(Pictures via Parkwod Entertainment/Columbia Records)